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First Aid

The aim of this course is to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of how to apply first aid in a range of circumstances. Following training; students will be able to assess patients, provide basic first aid treatment, identify hazards associated with applying first aid, provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation(CPR), understand hygiene in first aid and understand how to use an Automatic External Defibrillator(AED) in emergency situations. Students will also be required to carry out practical application of first aid methods during this course. This course includes training for applying CPR to both children and adults.

Students will be required to complete some pre-course study. This must be completed prior to the course commencement. Once enrolled the student will receive the pre-course workbook, login and web link via email for the online component to be completed.

Duration: 8 Hours (face to face)

Student/Trainer ratio: 10:1

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for the below units of competency.

Who should attend?

This course is designed for any persons who are working in a first aid capacity; school teachers, child care teachers, construction workers, personal trainers, sporting coaches, parents, the list goes on. If you would like to be able to act in the event of an emergency, this course is for you.

Course Objectives and Content

Understanding of first aid applications

How to perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

Understand the use of an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED)

Identification of risks and hazards in emergency situations when applying first aid

Legal issues in first aid

Hygiene in first aid

Stress management techniques

Fractures, facial, head, spinal and soft tissue injuries

Qualifications for successful students

What do I bring?

All necessary equipment and learning materials will be provided. Morning tea and lunch will also be provided on the day of training. Students are reminded to bring their completed pre-course workbook and to wear appropriate clothing for bending and kneeling during practical application.

Where can I train?

Training can be conducted in one of our dedicated state of the art training facilities or be conducted on your site. See scheduled courses below or contact our office today!